New Mexico § 61-3-18 - Qualifications for licensure as a licensed practical nurse
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 61-3-18 — Qualifications for licensure as a licensed practical nurse, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 61-3-18. Qualifications for licensure as a licensed practical nurse
Before being considered for licensure as a licensed practical nurse, either by endorsement
or examination, under Section 61-3-19 NMSA 1978 , an applicant shall: A. furnish evidence satisfactory to the board that the applicant has successfully
completed an approved program of nursing for licensure as a licensed practical nurse
or registered nurse and has graduated or is eligible for graduation; and B. at the cost to the applicant, provide the board with fingerprints and other information
necessary for a state and national criminal background check.
Source: official New Mexico text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 61-3-18
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 61-3-18 cover?
Section 61-3-18 ("Qualifications for licensure as a licensed practical nurse") is part of the New Mexico Statutes Annotated, the codified statutory law of New Mexico. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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